Karachi, April 9 -- A widening gap in housing quality and living conditions between urban and rural Pakistan is exposing millions to insecurity, poor infrastructure and rising costs, as reported by The Express Tribune.

According to The Express Tribune, in cities, over half of households own their homes, offering relative stability. In contrast, rural ownership lags significantly, leaving many dependent on rented or informal housing arrangements. This insecurity has intensified after recurring floods displaced families and damaged already fragile homes.

Housing quality remains a key point of disparity. While most urban dwellings are constructed using durable materials like concrete and brick, a majority of rural homes rely on mud and tha...